12th Intake R.A.A.F. Engineering Apprentice SchemePrint Page 
The plaque commemorates the 12th Intake of the Royal Australian Air Force (R.A.A.F.) Engineering Apprentice Scheme (known as "The Wombats") who were based at Wagga Wagga from 1958 to 1960.
Location
| Address: | Federal Highway, RAAF Memorial Grove, Majura, 2609 |
|---|---|
| State: | ACT |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -35.211571 Long: 149.190164 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Plaque |
|---|---|
| Monument Theme: | Conflict |
| Sub-Theme: | Multiple |
| Approx. Event Start Date: | January-1958 |
| Approx. Event End Date: | December-1960 |
Dedication
Dedicated to the 12th Intke of the RAAF Engineering Apprentice Scheme
The `Wombats`
This plaque commemorates the strong bond and comradeship formed during Apprenticeship Training of the Wombats at RAAF Wagga from Jan 1958 to Dec 1960.
The Wombats provided exemplary service to the RAAF as tradesmen, non-commissioned and commissioned officers in engineering, flying and other branches. Many saw active service in South East Asia and participated in peace keeping operations.
Wombats were recipients of Australian honours and distinguished and meritorious service awards.
They also contributed significantly to the corporate & public sectors and in private business.
The Wombat`s sense of spirit and unity endured unabated throughout their lives.
The Wombats also recognise Warrent Officer George Stirzaker, BEM, whose faith in the group of youth provided life long inspiration,
